Gardener at Care Home: Create Safe Outdoor Spaces

Hallmark Care Homes; Girton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Values-driven culture

Industry-leading training and career‑a

Pension and life assurance

Optional healthcare

Discount scheme Hallmark Rewards

Work-life balance

Job summary

Hallmark Luxury Care Homes invites a Gardener to join our team at our English care homes. You will maintain outdoor spaces, plant and care for flora, and ensure safety of residents and staff.

The role requires a passion for gardening, empathy, and a strong commitment to COSHH safety. You will work with a caring team to enrich our residents' daily lives through beautiful outdoor spaces.

Qualifications

• Must love outdoor gardening and caring for residents in a care-home setting.
• Show patience and empathy with residents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds to high standards, keeping areas safe, tidy and visually appealing.
• Tend flowerbeds, shrubs and trees, planting and nurturing a variety of flora.
• Care for equipment and structures such as fencing, ensuring good condition.
• Clear snow and ice in winter to protect residents and staff.
• Use garden products in line with COSHH regulations, prioritising safety.
• Adapt work schedule to meet residents' needs and support the team.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a positive, inclusive environment.

Skills

Outdoor enthusiast

Patient & empathetic

Health & Safety aware

Trustworthy & professional

Team player

Education

No formal degree required

Tools

COSHH awareness

Job description

Hallmark Luxury Care Homes invites a Gardener to join our team at our English care homes. You will maintain outdoor spaces, plant and care for flora, and ensure safety of residents and staff.

The role requires a passion for gardening, empathy, and a strong commitment to COSHH safety. You will work with a caring team to enrich our residents' daily lives through beautiful outdoor spaces.